DOMESTIC VIOLENCE – A LEGAL ANALYSIS

Author – Aiswarya Lakshmi. J. S, Student at SASTRA deemed to be university

Best Citation – Aiswarya Lakshmi. J. S. DOMESTIC VIOLENCE – A LEGAL ANALYSIS, ILE Journal of Equity and Justice, 1 (1) of 2023, Pg. 83-87, ISBN – 978-81-961791-3-7.

ABSTRACT

A woman who has been the foundation stone of her family and society in general, who gives birth to life, nurtures it, shapes it, and strengthens it, who is a transmitter of tradition and an instrument through which culture is preserved and transmitted from generation to generation, the greatest of all women. Our country’s tragedy is that she has suffered grave injustice. Domestic violence affects her regardless of her age, race, caste, social, economic, or political status. Her vulnerability manifests itself in various ways in Indian society. A woman’s silent sufferings make her an easy prey for male domination, which is supported by prevalent patriarchy. The male member of society’s authoritative, autocratic nature and victimization of women exacerbates the situation. Almost every home in India must be experiencing some form of domestic violence in which women are abused physically, mentally, verbally, and economically as a daughter, daughter-in-law, or wife. Men and women have equal human rights. In this male-dominated society, women face discrimination. As a result, most women are unaware of their own rights and freedom. Domestic violence thus not only harms women but also impedes the growth of the country. This paper discusses domestic violence against women in India, its various forms, as well as the causes and solutions to domestic violence.